The Toyota Tacoma continues trending upwards across the market, dominating the midsize pickup truck segment for the last 14 years. With a new model year comes new additions and upgrades, and for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma there are quite a few changes to get excited about. From redesigned grilles to expanded multimedia interfaces to top-of-the-line comfort features, the 2020 Tacoma is bringing it all.

When it comes to shopping for a vehicle, a lot of the time customers have their mind made up on which model they want but are often unsure of which model year to get. Sometimes it can be hard to tell what is truly different between two different model years. That is why we at Serra Toyota of Decatur have put together this 2020 Toyota Tacoma vs 2019 Toyota Tacoma comparison to break down what sets these two pickups apart to help you choose the one that is right for you.

Main Differences – 2020 Toyota Tacoma vs 2019 Toyota Tacoma

The 2020 and 2019 Toyota Tacoma models both feature two powerful engines in their lineup. Both model years offer the 159-horsepower 2.7-liter DOHC engine with 180 pound-feet of torque and the 278-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine with 265 pound-feet of torque. These engine options allow both the 2020 and 2019 Toyota Tacoma models to tow up to 6,800 pounds when properly equipped.

What really sets these two Tacoma model years apart is the infotainment options available in each. The 2019 Toyota Tacoma comes standard with a 6.1-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth® connectivity. Higher trim grades in the 2019 lineup offer a larger 7-inch touchscreen display with advanced features like integrated navigation and HD Radio™. When it comes to the 2020 Toyota Tacoma, bigger is offered right off the bat. The standard infotainment system in the 2020 Tacoma is a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay™, Android Auto™, and Amazon Alexa® connectivity. These three features are not available in any of the 2019 Tacoma models. Higher 2020 models feature an even larger 8-inch touchscreen display to show all of your infotainment needs front and center.

Whether you go with the 2019 Tacoma or the 2020 model, there’s no wrong choice when it comes to getting behind the wheel of a Toyota Tacoma. For more information about our lineup of Toyota Tacoma models, contact a member of the Serra Toyota of Decatur sales team today.